Best Friend Shih Tzu Co.

Alexis A.

Breeder of Shih Tzus

  • Albany, NY
  • Responds within a day

Meet the breeder

I'm Alexis A., the breeder behind Best Friend Shih Tzu Co. located in Albany, NY. Two best friends. One uncompromising standard. Best Friend Shih Tzu Co. is built on intentional pairings, health testing, and in-home raising. We focus on structure, temperament, and producing beautiful, well-balanced companions raised with care and lifelong breeder support.

Q. & A. with Alexis

  • Why did you start breeding?

    My passion for the Shih Tzu breed began as a family companion and quickly grew into a dedication to preserving the breed responsibly. I pursued education in genetics, structure, and early development to ensure I was breeding with intention. What started with love for the breed evolved into a carefully built, purpose-driven program.

  • What makes your program special?

    Our program is built on quality over quantity. Each pairing is thoughtfully planned with structure, temperament, and health in mind. Puppies are raised in-home with early neurological stimulation and consistent socialization. We are committed to transparency, ethical breeding practices, and lifelong support for our families.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include sable, red and tan, lilac, cream and white, chocolate and tan, black, liver, blue, gold, red, white, and black and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Alexis

Alexis has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

After buyers complete the application and screening process, Alexis partners with them to find the best puppy match.

Price

Puppy prices include between $4,000 - $6,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Price includes health testing, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, early socialization, and lifetime breeder support.”

Contract & health guarantee

Alexis may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Alexis offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Alexis directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Socialized with children
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Basic obedience & manners
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Alexis.

Breeder's location

Meet in Albany, NY

315 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet at Newark Liberty Airport

209 miles away

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Flexible meeting point

Alexis can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Alexis

  • Alexis has been a member of Good Dog for 2 months

    Alexis was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2026.

  • Alexis’s links

Alexis is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Best Friend Shih Tzu Co. meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Best Friend Shih Tzu Co. reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Shih Tzus.

  • Vet Wellness Exam

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Full Embark Panel

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.